4.2 produce an impact analysis for the predicted trends and
developments

UNIT 1: THE CONTEMPORARY HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY

This unit addresses a wide range of contemporary issues and
links with other units in the programme. Tutors should seek to integrate this
unit with others to underpin the relevance of the issues being studied.
Programme teams must be careful to consider overlap with other units. Many issues
may occur naturally as part of other units, but the nature of this unit is to
consider the contemporary aspects of these issues, which may not be explored
thoroughly in mandatory units. This unit links to the following Management NVQ
units:

B2: Map the environment in which your organisation operates

B9: Develop the culture of your organisation

F9: Build your organisation’s understanding of its market
and customers.

Essential requirements

Local and national statistics are needed to support
learners’ achievement of this unit. Directories, newspapers and local and
national guides for the hospitality industry are also needed. Learners must be
encouraged to read publications such as Caterer and Hotelkeeper and Hospitality
on a regular basis to develop their awareness of the industry, including
employment and contemporary issues, as well as specialist industry publications
relating to the events industry. Relevant DVD and case study examples focusing
on aspects of the hospitality industry, such as jobs, employment and career
opportunities as well as ‘reality TV’ programmes, are a relevant important
resource.

Employer engagement and vocational contexts

For some learners this could be their introduction to the
hospitality industry. Therefore, the unit must be delivered to provide an
objective, fair and balanced view of the industry. Emphasising the scope of
exciting careers and employment opportunities is important. It can sometimes be
easy to dwell on the negative aspects at the expense of the positive ones. If presented
well, the unit can influence and promote learners’ choice of career and
employment aspirations. Links with industry are critical for the successful
delivery of this unit. Visits to hospitality operations and presentations by
visiting speakers will provide essential opportunities for debate and may offer
suitable opportunities for local study. The employment experiences of learners
must also be exploited to illustrate issues and validate the relevance of the
unit. Visiting exhibitions such as Hotelympia, The Food and Drink Show and The
Event Show will enhance delivery of the unit and will enable learners to make
industry contacts and gather firsthand information.Get assignment help for this unit at
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